The ULTIMATE Camping Companion? | Victorinox Huntsman
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- Опубліковано 23 сер 2024
- Victorinox Huntsman, the ultimate budget camping companion. In todays video I share my thoughts on this fantastic multitool, Perfect addition for Camping, Hiking, Bushcraft and any outdoor activities.
This tool has been a game changer for me and has also made its way into my (EDC) every day carry. Its great!
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I have been carying a Huntsman for 40 years and I have always said it is the best little knife to have with you when camping. You are the first person to say in a video that the parcel hook is great for pulling tent pegs, which is exactly what I use it for, primarily. I found that out on a cold morning camping in the Eastern townships of Quebec 40 years ago :) Nice video bro!
I use the toothpick for cleaning in-between the layers of my swiss army knives. It's the ideal size for getting inside and cleaning lint and bits out of the knife.
Nice tip! I like that one, thanks for sharing
I use toothpick between my teeth every time after meal, i don't know why everyone says it worthless or use it for other tasks, sometimes i use it to pick a food from a sharing plate or bowl.
@@user-nf1hc9ev2x theres a reason toothpicks are disposable lmao, the one in the scale is too flimsy to use as a toothpick and it isnt exactly clean being in your pocket 24/7, i wouldnt be surprised if its only included as a rudimentary cleaning tool for the knife especially considering its shape
I've owned my huntsman for over 10 years. Mine is in matte red, I use it every single day in daily life. It's definitely one of the best models to own!
Yes mate! That's what I like to here, I'm 2 years in to Owning this multitool, can't wait to join the 10+ year gang haha
I’ve had this knife for 25 years, still use it almost daily for this or that, and we built so many cabins and stuff in the woods as kids with this it’s just insane 😄
It's crazy how this can last a lifetime, and help with learning them bushcraft skills at a young age. Its a beast!
And I have to be honest, I’ve done 0 maintenance on it over the years. I lost the toothpick at some point ofc (who cares) and the spring on the scissors broke but I mean, it was after like 20 years of use 😂 It really is crazy how good these multitools are.
How many times did you need to sharpen the blade?
Love Swiss Army Knives, I’ve had one in my pocket for over 40 years. The tweezers and corkscrew can be used as a “cigarette” holder…ahhh the 70’s…LOL. I went nuts when I saw a video last year about the tiny pinhole! I dug through my stuff to find an older knife. No pin hole, so I don’t know when they put it there. I tried to find a sewing needle to fit but couldn’t. So like you, I got the “official” pin for my several knives. The tip about wrapping a needle in thread and hiding it under one of the tools is pretty slick! As for the corkscrew, I don’t drink wine but other people do. I saved a party once by pulling out my corkscrew!
I think the pin hole was added in 1991. Respect to you for being able to keep yours for so long!
Haha that's great! prepared in all situations included parties!
A #5 entomological pin is a superior and cheaper replacement/substitute for the 0.7mm diameter Victorinox pin in a SAK scale. The stainless entomological pin is identical diameter, but has a larger head, is longer, is less likely to bend and still fits well. FWIW I have carried one SAK or another for over 40 years. the Climber or Huntsman are ideal EDC.
@@JohnDunster-lf8sv I don’t collect bugs, I had to look that up. That’s genius! I can’t believe that isn’t in every SAK video!
My current EDC is the Huntsman. Thanks for this video.
Hey buddy 👊
I really enjoyed your review, as it's authentic and in the woods!👌🏕
Be well,
Atb Gus 👍
I have 2,one black that was a birthday present years ago and a cameo one,a work friend found on a pallet at work,he wouldn't take any money for it,
Great knives
Another good use for the cork screw is to extend out the reach of the saw or blade by attaching to a branch. Several good UA-cam videos on it. I rotate between the Huntsman and Farmer X. Really like the Alox scales on the Farmer and the awl/leather punch location is better. Miss the tooth pick and tweezers though of the Huntsman which I find myself using often. Keep up the wild camping, enjoy your videos.
Oh yeah that's a good point with the corkscrew, I've seen people doing that. Farmer X looks really good too! I'd love a whole collection of them to be honest haha
You can screw the corkscrew into a tree and use it a a hanger to keep your coat off the ground.
Punisher LJ, that’s my rotation too. The Farmer X tends to be my daily carry, with the Huntsman in my pocket when I’m out in the woods.
One of the best things I have ever bought, always useful in the woods and around the house
Same! I don’t know how I survived without it before haha
Nice video. The little three mm slotted screwdriver on the tip of the can opener is also a two dimensional Phillips Head screwdriver, which I've successfully used on occasion.
Also, the hole in the awl allows it to be used for sewing. There are good videos about this, and I've found the technique useful for repairing/connecting heavy things like straps.
My Mountaineer has the pin hole too. Found a pin in my wife's sewing kit that fit perfectly.
Nice one, much better than paying £3 like me for a pin haha
red Victorinox Huntsman was bought to me by my father in Switzerland in 1994.
the knife still works without any problems,
I just bought the original accessories for the knife. Red Victorinox Lanyard 4.1824.1 ,
Replacement Mini Screwdriver A.3643 .
Last week I bought a new blue Victorinox Huntsman to my wife, cost 23 €,
she will use it mainly as a knife to collect mushrooms from the forest.
I bet it has some real character. It’s great to hear how the Victorinox’s can withstand the test of time and are passed on through the family. Lots of sentimental value to them. I hope to do the same with mine
I didn't know about that pin hole. I inserted one in it. Thanks!
The bottle opener has a tiny groove for cutting wires, there is also a smaller groove on the body that corresponds to the groove on the bottle opener.
You can sharpen the wire stripper with a small round file, to make it a little nicer, as they come rather dull from the factory.
@@negolfman what's a fule? A file?
@koningklootzak7788 yes, typo
Really happy with the review!
You make perfect sense regarding tool use and functions. Based on your comments...
I just went and ordered 2, one for my Son and I!
I've been using the Huntsman for the past half year as an EDC multitool, I recently upgraded it with plus scales. I also tried Compact, but Huntsmanmi is the best. It is useful in urban tasks as well as when I go to nature. At the beginning, it was a bit big for me to carry a knife with 4 rows, but over time I got used to not even noticing it in my pocket anymore. It will definitely continue to be my EDC. I filled the lack of pliers with Knipex Cobra 125 :)
Hey, I was a bit jealous of your knife. I have a similar one but red and without the saw. But guess what I found on it after watching your video? The saw! Guess I forgot it and just assumed it didn't have one!
Haha that's great! The saw really completes the package I think
I've got the fieldmaster because i prefer the Philips screwdriver rather than the corkscrew. Instead of a pin i put a small needle in the hole because it is more useful. I've also got the knipex cobra 125 pliers which are small and light and are a great companion to the victorinox and can perform better than any multi tool pliers
I’ve been rocking the Outrider with a horizontal sheath for about 2-3 years after I lost a huntsman. Love the larger size for woods stuff, especially the saw
I didn't know about this. It's crazy how many different ones there are. Looks like a solid multitool also!
@@DazzyOutdoors I can’t recommend it enough for outdoor use, it’s definitely a step up. EDC not so much, kinda large. Would definitely suggest a sheath, although it’s not completely horrible in pocket. Cheers
@@andrewkeeton3627the Outrider SAK is unfortunately not legal EDC in the UK:
* blade longer than three inches
* blade locks
Another cool tip for trickin out your huntsman is a.needle wrapped in thread and tuck it under the saw blade in the scales it fits perfectly
Never heard of this but I like it! Always wondered where the best place to store a needle and thread is when out camping
@@DazzyOutdoors yea sir I saw this on UA-cam and tried it it doesn't fall out if you wrap enough thread around the needle and use the toothpick to push it down into the spine between the little liners cheers mate
The pin: stroke it a few times with a magnet to magnetize it. Then you can lay it on a leaf floating on still water for a compass
Great tip! Thanks!
Get a set of the small or extra small knipex pliers. They compliment a victorinox well. They will do a lot more then a leatherman will only run about $30 ish dollars. The hardened steel jaws grip anything and they easily fit in a small belt pouch or even a pocket and weigh next to nothing. I have a skinth pouch which is kinda a leatherman pouch but better and it holds the knipex victorinox and a light on my belt or even my waist band and you can do pretty much anything with the 3 of them. Great video.
Cheers for the heads up. My pliers are just some cheap supermarket ones. Definitely interested in the ones you mentioned, they sound great! I’ll do some more research but I think you’ve sold me already haha. Thanks for sharing
Great video Dazzy! Keep it up!!
Thanks Patty
The tooth pick is perfect for undoing cable ties so they can be reused.
Fantastic tip that one, cheers for sharing
I'm the same when using conventional sharpening tools I hold the blade at the wrong angle or all over the place so I tend to use ones that are idiot proof as they sharpen blades at the same angle every time the best one I ever found is made by sharpal as is also a small survival multitool as well as knife sharpener
I have loads of knives and Victorinox is my carry for camping and food prep. Ive cooked for weeks as only veg prep, love it.
Yeah I often leave my bigger knife behind as I’m confident this will do the job. I agree also it’s great for food prep
I found the small blade very useful for when I need a really clean cut. I use my main blade a lot. It's not always razor sharp but I always keep my secondary blade super sharp. It works as a utility knife type thing.
The Victorinox Handyman has saw and pliers but is heavier (and more money). Personally I chuck a Knipex Mini in my pack with the Huntsman if I think I’ll need them. Great little set of pliers. Great video!
I just bought one of these along with an Opinel number 6 , perfect combo of tools just in case you lose one you’ve got a back up and the pair were less than 50 quid so you can’t go wrong
The straight pin and tweezers make for a great splinter kit.
personally, I'd prefer either
- the alox farmer x, because it is a bit sturdier, while still be roughly the same size
- or the ranger, which gives you a chisel and a file, while being almost the same size.
Nothing new here, we’ve been using this SAK for eons! The ‘’Farmer’ alocs version is my fav. Thanks.
Tried and tested then, that’s good to hear. The Farmer Alocs looks great too!
Farmer or Pioneer both tried and tested over and over. A little more expensive for ALOCS in silver but there is a red version exclusive to a supplier and it’s very nice. The small blade is an excellent ‘Whittler’ if you’re into that. Don’t underestimate the saw blade either it’s very good. In U.K. no one was ever arrested for possession of a SAK which is another excellent reason why I like it. Keep the main blade sharp, that’s the trick to longevity of the knife. It’ll be of use to you all the time then and you won’t abuse it. Some of the minis are really cute too, not much use to be honest but great little gadgety type thingys. I have a few I just couldn’t resist buying. Enjoy your SAK’s and good luck.
Work Champ 6 layer model WOW everything you need and more ! On my right hip always !
The small knife is great for keeping razor sharp indeed! The wire stripper works well with the fire steel that replaces the toothpick!
Love your content dude you are killing it.
But remember 2 is 1 & 1 is non, if you lose 1 or break 1 you have non, so always have a back up blade. The opinal No.6 or 7 is a cheap high carbon blade with a sharp spine for striking, it's light weight you can forget its on your person or in your pack until needed. The pin will be good for when you have cooked up some winkles by the coast, they are buggers to get to without opening my sewing kit, I love them it's like eating boogers!
I like the look of those opinels like! I'm sure its only a matter of time before I get one. I didn't know they had the sharp spine for striking so that's good to hear.
Haha another great tip for the pin too! All the best mate
@@DazzyOutdoors I will take your advice on the Gopro hero 10.
I want to get a camera to do some video stuff.
I've had a huntsman for years and it's definitely my go to multitool and EDC! Sure is a great little pocket knife! ATB Sam Adler from Vietnam
Shows how adaptable it is, that we're using the same multitool from other sides of the world. Thank you for commenting!
Yeah, it really is a small world!
The Ranger model quit beats it out of the water. It's the same but comes with a chisel and a file. So to craft some little things out of wood it's really great to have this extra for just a small layer more.
Next on my list is a Victorinox swiss champ and I think it's the Leatherman surge....the Leatherman with 21 tools...there's a Victorinox swiss champ XXL I think it is called that's as wide as a semi truck but it's just too big so I'm getting a swiss champ....but I love my huntsman!
I cut a tiny piece of q-tip stick and jamed it down in the groove under the parcel hook. It raises it just enough to be able to open it without needing assistance from the toothpick.
Also: There is a small notch on the cap lifter blade...it's a wire stripper. And notice that there is a hole in the awl. That's so you can sew with it.
Oh yeah I forgot to mention the wire stripper, good call!
Hey again, great video! I have the wave+, i cant say good enoth. The best things have to be the warranty and build quality. That said, i think the best tool is the one you got on you. If you like the light wieght stick too your Huntsman. The wave is lighter but still, needs a sheath. You can change out the componants on the Leatherman, thats a pluss but to be honest. There are times i miss my old Victorinox, that i grew up with. Good times ;)
Hello mate, Thank you for your comment! Yeah I’ve had my eye on the leatherman wave+ for a while now. I thinks it’s inevitable that’ll I’ll upgrade to that at some point. I didn’t know they had a warranty too.. that could be the nudge I needed haha
I have the Leatherman Wave. It’s a fine tool. But to be honest, if you don’t use the pliers, it’s kind of heavy to carry, you definitely feel the weight, and it’s kind of bulky (no fault to the tool, it’s definitely heavy-duty) If you don’t mind the weight, then it’s a great tool. The blade clicks into place which is nice.
But to be honest I think the Hunstman hits the perfect balance between weight, size and functionality. I bought the huntsman after, and I prefer the Hunstman for bushcraft since it’s very compact and can fit right in your pocket. The Wave I mainly use around the house.
@@tacticalstrategist3842 hey, your right. I agree.
If i did not use a bike for camping, i think i would leave it. 🤪
But the build quality woth🤩
@@tacticalstrategist3842 You've just described my situation perfect, The leatherman wave+ looks like a great, solid multitool, but the huntsman does what I need it to do. I want both haha
So, a huntsman is a fieldmaster with a corkscrew instead of a Philips screwdriver. I just got my new fieldmaster today. Looking forward to putting it through its paces. Love my Farmer, trekker and rangergrip78 too.
Edit: Got a Huntsman now. my fiance now has a Fieldmaster. 😅
When winter arrives i wear a necklace made of cord with a bic lighter, ferro rod and an Alox Farmer clipped to it. Always have the means of cutting and fire starting.
Hi Mate , I have been using Victorinox knives for many years , and The Huntsman is my go to tool , goes with me everywhere !
Great stuff, I’ll try out different models in the future but I think this one will always be my go to also
I love my learherman wave but worry about carrying it in my pocket because it locks did find myself using my huntsman most till I lost it so on the tac raze as my edc lol
Another valid reason too that puts me on the fence about buying the leatherman. Had a quick look of the tac raze, looks pretty decent like!
@@DazzyOutdoors yea got it for Christmas a few years ago my fave uk legal I own. Still loving the videos pal 👍👍
The SAK scissors are good for trimming fingernails.
That's true. I want try some different Victorinox multitools but I know ill miss the scissors on this model
Can’t agree more, especially about the scissors. They’re less “bushcraft cool” than an axe or a chainsaw, but you can’t even cut your nails without them. And they’re probably the only “surgical instrument” you’re likely use in the field. Plus, this Victorinox i SO less bulky and heavy than a Leatherman…
Yes mate well said. Great point about the scissors being a surgical instrument too, I missed that
( 7:05 spot ) The Swiss Champ has a pin in the exact same spot. The Ferro Rod , I use it by pulling back on the rod , this way I don't brush the tinder I'm trying to light. I also have the Helix Tinder in the corkscrew and a miniature Firefly Ferro rod ( from Tortoise Gear ) where the toothpick goes. I have them as emergency ( backup ) fire starters if they ever are needed.
Yeah I should get into the habit of pulling back on the ferro rod. I've messed up many times by knocking over my tinder pile haha. Using this as a camping multitool I think its a good idea to add those little fire starting accessories.. Really completes the package!
Hi Dazzy, I don't know if anyone has already mentioned it in the comments, but the Victorinox Handyman includes pliers and a few other tools. The only downside is that it's a bit heavier. I bought one from Koch & Kochin for £44 if that helps. All the best. As always, great informative content.
Thanks for the video Dazzy! I've seen you pulling twine apart by hand in order to make your birds nests. The little saw in your S.A.K. works great if you use it to scrape the twine down with the saws teeth. Keep up the great attitude!
Thanks for that tip Bill, I use the twine quite a lot so that’s handy to know
hello bro, watching from my mountain again . lovely evening. I normally use a neck knife a large knife a saw and my axe(I run round thinking I'm braveheart with my axe , I love it.) never considered a multi tool knife before but watching your vid has kind of changed my mind . I put my fire out before by dropping my pot due to not having a decent hook also my dog goes everywhere I do so ticks are a concern the tweezers would help . ( I do carry a tick thing for my dog but it's shit)well played with the vid , hope your OK and enjoying your weekend look forward to next one take care bro.
Nice one mate hope your camp went well? That's the way to do it, have all the options. I'm just missing that Braveheart axe haha but its something ill invest in in the future. Aye sounds like you would benefit too from having the huntsman, for the price and weight you can't go wrong like
hi bro, dropped my water this morning spent ages processing wood getting everything ready and then spill all my boiled water all over myself, good job I wasn't wearing shorts. I put fire out yesterday due to dropping pot . seeing you baton with it was quite impressive so I will get one. I want to get the mora knife you have I have a gerber knife but I feel blade is a little small . my axe isn't a expensive one it's a carbon fibre camping axe from dewalt it weighs 567 grams (which is a funny number) I always buy a cheapish tool to see if its what I want , I'll use it for a bit and if I get on with it I'll then go and buy a expensive one so my cheaper one then becomes a half decent spare. your other video about leaving a valuable piece of kit behind would you consider doing a poll were by your subscribers choose which kit you leave out . take care bro , enjoy your Sunday , peace.
@@martyl425 Ah man sounds like a bit of a nightmare! Hope you're ok pal. I have to admit its happened to me before too. I think that's the right mindset of buying budget first and then upgrading over time, and like you said you then have a back up too. Yano I was thinking the exact same thing with doing a poll, what I'll probably do next is, do a few polls and give different options on what gear I should bring, I think it'll be fun!
hi bro, yeah , still learning at least I've stopped chopping myself with my axe I would lose a couple of pints of blood every time I went away for a couple of weeks but getting competent with it now love using it. yeah multiple choice thing that would be cool. I personally don't think you would struggle but I do think it would be really interesting how you navigate around certain bits of kit being taken out the mix . we all forget stuff and a lot of the time it's an essential piece of kit ,but it doesn't have to be a disaster and to show people that with a bit of confidence and lateral thinking it could turn out to be a really good experience , pushing the boundaries and adapting . by the way I saw you using a oex phoxx 2 in one of your vids I bought one a few months ago to see what they were like I stayed in it a couple of times and then and it's sitting in a cupboard and probably will do for years , if yours is damaged in anyway I'll happily send you mine (which is perfect) I know you would actually use it so it's yours if you want it bro I can send to your nearest post office anyway look forward to voting in your poll , take it easy bro,peace.
@@martyl425 That's very kind of you mate! Mine is spot on but really appreciate the offer. I would hang on to it if I was you, you never it might come in handy one time. All the best mate
The corkscrew idea is genius!
Works so well too! Makes getting knots out fun ha
I have the Explorer because I wanted the magnifying glass, didn't need a saw as I have one on my Leatherman Charge.
I can recommend the Leatherman Squirt if you need a decent pair of pliers for small tasks. I keep mine attached to my keys so have it on me all the time, weighs nothing, and would be a good backup for your SAK.
I could imagine the magnifying glass being very useful too. Appreciate the recommendation , ill go check it out. All the best
you just solved all of my questions about Victorinox. Thanks a lot, subscribed
Glad I could help mate. Welcome to the channel!
Dude that little blades ace for apple slicing and if you just get some green polishing compound and bang some on the inside of your belt to keep on top of everything
Great idea! Still not used it yet, maybe I should start putting it to use
Great review man. I am very happy with my Wave+ and use it daily. I like the Wave+ for the tool versatility primarily (comes with like 20+ screw driver tips), and the fact I can open the knife with the tip of the thumb instead of a fingernail. It's also one of the LMs multis that places the knife on the outside of the tool, rather than inside. You'll be able to access the knife without having to open and close the tool. One of their better designs.
Watching your review, two features that jumped out were the scissors and the hook. Wave+ has scissors, but they are much smaller and almost a waste of a slot. The hook on the Huntsman is a game changer for cooking around a camp fire. So much so that I can see people borrowing your knife for this feature alone and pocketing it like a BIC lighter 😁
Thanks mate! Nice to hear good stuff about the LM Wave+. Ive always thought of that one as my go to when I do eventually upgrade.
Haha I might let the odd bic lighter slide if someone 'accidentally' pockets it.. But no way is anyone getting my Huntsman 😆
I would love to have a Vitorinox with the big blade (the 4 inch one), the saw, scisors, the owe, cork tool, can opener and a magnifier. That little magnifier is basic for outdoors and survival, you can get a nice fire quickly using a permanent source of energy. I would ditch the flathead/prybar/bottle opener and the philips screwdriver (in my case it comes with one) for the magnifier.
I always carry a big knife, but a 4 inch blade is perfect to prepare a fish or cut meat... bottles can be opened with virtually anything, screws are not part of what I will be touching out in the wilderness and if I really need thin metalic prybar, I can use a big knife or any other thing that ressembles one.
Vitorinox has to make a big knife for survival that invludes a magnifier lens.
Really should get the red for outdoors as it will be easier to find if dropped.
love my huntsman!! so useful, always have it in my pocket as the last line of defence. Plus black :)
oh and I have a leatherman too, the one you listed, it's a great tool and I got it as a gift but god damn, it weighs an absolute tonne.
Also wire stripper on the bottle opener tool.
Great video, I am lost without my Victorinox, or as I call it my MacGyver knife. One thing that is on there too, if you wasn't aware of it, the wire strippers on the large screwdriver blade. They also make on with a pair of plyers as well, but I am not certain if it has a say on it. -Tony
Hi Tony, same here! I expect to get many more years out of this multitool like. Oh yeah I forgot the wire strippers whoops, to be honest though I don't think had to use it yet haha. Ill check out the one with pliers thanks for the heads up. All the best mate
There are currently 3 models with pliers that I know of (although there are a few more discontinued models like Mechanic etc) and those are Deluxe Tinker, Handyman and Swisschamp. Handyman and Swisschamp all have saws, as well as scissors and files.
Just ordered a Huntsman as an upgrade from the Walker, the scissors are useful for keeping nails trimmed as well which is important for me on multiday trips. Would like to add the FireFly ferro rod in place of the toothpick but they are stupidly expensive shipped from the UK, and the Victorinox FireAnt kit is poor VFM compared to the Tortoise Gear one which has double the number of ferro rods in it.
IMO the Leatherman Wave is too heavy for this type of use, I have one for work (IT, also keep a bit kit with it) and it lives in my laptop bag. Also the Wave has locking blades so is rather less pocket friendly than an SAK - technically it isn't UK legal carry "without good reason" in the eyes of the law hence why I keep it in my bag and an SAK in my pocket.
Dude Im happy you love your huntsman like I do. Mine has camo scales. You showed me where to put a pin... I didn't know. And... I can tell you that you missed a feature. There is a wire stripper thingy on the bottle opener / 6mm flathead. I have used it successfully but there are not many occasions where it could be utilized. Keep it up you seem to have the formula for success.
Thanks for your comment Brian. Camo scales sounds badass! Ah yeah good shout with the wire strippers totally forgot haha. All the best mate
Agreed mate, been using one for years, best combination of tools for the size and weight out there I think. You can get 91mm plus scales and add a pen as well if you want. Been eyeing up the victoriox outrider, same tools with a bigger locking blade. Don't think it's uk legal edc carry though.
I like sound of adding a pen to it. It's crazy how much more you can add to this multitool. Had a look at the Victorinox Outrider, looks solid too
Great review. I’m more into 4wding nowadays but keep a bug out pack handy for emergencies. This would be perfect to keep in it. Cheers!
Definitely a tool for a bug out bag too. This would be the first thing I reach for in that situation
Thank the Gods, perhaps now you will cut yer steak into smaller bits so you don't choke! Victorinox are brilliant. I use the Forester when camping, the tiny Walker for EDC. The Huntsman looks great, I may get one of those. Cheers Dazzy.
Haha aye mate, its a perfect steak cutter! Ill check out the ones you're using, wouldn't a little collection of them
I’ve done it hundreds of times the corkscrew is great for shoe laces with knots mate .😉
It’s great, one of my most used tools on it now!
Really nice inspiring instructional video!! I love the Huntsman. Thanks!!! Like and subscribe!!!
Thank you so much Sergio! Welcome to the channel 👍
G,Day Mate , just found your channel and really enjoying your content so far ( Subscribed ) . I do not know if anyone else has mentioned this but I use the " Oar " , sorry , not sure of the spelling at this moment in time as a Ferro rod scrapper on my huntsman and it is perfect for that , just an idea . Looking forward to your future content , regards Ken , 🙂👍🇦🇺
Hey Ken thanks for the sub! I use the back of the saw but good to know that also works too, I’ll give it try next time I’m out. Atb mate
The 4 layer 91mm Huntsman is the Gold Standard for camping & is the supreme combined urban & countryside pocket carry SAK that is budget priced & legal carry in most countries
Perfect description! Reading that makes me want to buy a second one haha
@@DazzyOutdoors Happy Monday, I have 10 in all, 4 with collectable decorative scales unused in my collection & 6 others for EDC consisting of 5 with Plus scales in different colors all fitted with the SwissQlip for convenient pocket carry & all decked out with Fire Ant ferro rods & tinder spirals or the Firefly ferro rod in place of the toothpick & on the corkscrew I have the mini-screwdriver holding down the tinder spiral & the 10th Huntsman has SilverTech scales, its not fitted with a SwissQlip but is decked out with a Fire Ant & tinder spiral. My alternate carries to the Huntsman with a similar range of the 3 main tools ( blade, saw & scissors ) are the 93mm Alox Farmer X , the 85mm EvoGrip S17 , the 85mm Wenger Forester ( Mk.1 version ) & the 111mm Outrider ( which I keep in reserve for use in an emergency ).The Huntsman is still one of the top selling SAK's of all time along with my other favorites for EDC - the 91mm Climber, the 93mm Pioneer X , the 91mm Spartan, the 84mm Sportsman, the 84mmTourist, the 111mm Picnicker/Nomad, the 111mm Forester/Rucksack . I know a lot of folks prefer the 5 layer 91mm Ranger for camping but I find it too big for comfortable daily pocket carry & keep mine as part of my home tool kit.
@@stevesinclair4159 You should do a UA-cam video of your full collection sounds really impressive! I like the idea of all the fire ant/ firefly accessories, something I’ll have to add in the future. The Swissqlip aswell is another great accessory I didn’t think of.
Thanks for sharing, lots of great information in these comments
@@DazzyOutdoors I am too old & Tech skill deficient to make my own UA-cam channel .
When in outdoors always use a full tang heavy duty knife
I compliment my Huntsman with a Leatherman Rev, light and didnt break the bank. As for the 'fixed' blade, answer is simple - dont do anything that may make a policeman need to search you!
Just checked out the Leatherman Rev, looks like a bargain for that price. Aye exactly mate
@@DazzyOutdoors It's good if paired with a Huntsman / Fieldmaster as it doesn't have scissors or a saw. But otherwise it isn't one of Leatherman's best. Pay a tenner more and you can get the Bond which has a proper full size file rather than the stubby little effort on the Rev, plus the blade on it doesn't lock so it's legal to EDC here in the UK. The build quality is defo better on the Bond, the Rev is slated in many reviews as being not the best quality. The Bond also doesn't have scissors/saw so I'm looking to buy one next month and pair it up with my Farmer X.
The litle screwdriver is a 2D Phillips
Nice review! I use a small knife as a razor for the finest work, while the main blade is for everyday tasks.
Thank you! Maybe I’ll start the small blade for this too when I polish up my sharpening skills haha
I've got a Huntsman that I got many years ago as a gift but it doesn't have the hook or the hole by the cork screw for a pin. Must a very early model?
You could probably just carve the groove for the wedge with the blade fully open , cool idea tho .
That’s true!
I enjoyed your review. Living in europe specifically Italy im a little concerned.
Its just limiting. I mean you have oeople that are overly concerned almost to the point that their worries over take their concern.
Huntsman is a great tool considering the price and the size. Best upgrade to it is Rangerwood 55 which is bigger, less tools for the sake simplification and way more durability.
Not heard of the Rangerwood 55 but sounds like something up my street, thanks for the heads up
When batoning with a slip joint knife (like a Huntsman), you have the blade at 90 degrees to take any tension off the back spring so you’re less likely to damage the spring.
With the small knife blade, I mod mine with a flat grind for whittling.
Check out Felix Immler’s channel, full of tips and tricks for a Victorinox SAK.
As for pliers, there are Victorinox 91 mm models that have pliers, but they are not heavy duty like Leatherman or Victorinox Swisstool pliers.
Hi Keith very helpful comment, much appreciated. I really like the idea of modding the small blade for whittling, which is something I want to improve on. Atb
@@DazzyOutdoors in that case definitely check out Felix’s channel, he shows how to get the best out of a Swiss Army knife, making Bushcraft projects, he even makes a wool anorak from a blanket with his Swiss Army Knife in one! (No, I’m not paid by him 😉)
Iv put small pieces of gaffa tape over the tweezers just so I don't lose them.
Instead of batoning the wood to make a notch for the wedge, why not just saw the notch? There’s less possible damage to the knife blade this way.
A Leatherman Bond would compliment this perfectly and they're UK legal. It's an old school design and more or less the same as the original Leatherman, the PST1 from the 80s. It has a good solid pair of pliers, a knife blade which is non locking, a good file, a lobster claw can opener, solid proper Phillips screwdriver and I believe a couple of flatheads. If you shop around you can get them for around £50. Looking to buy one to complement my Victorinox Farmer X. Combined the cost of them is still under £100 so cheaper than a LM Wave, it's legal to EDC here, and combines the best of both worlds as tbh I think Victorinox make better scissors and wood saws than LM.
Just had a little look at the Leatherman Bond, and looks spot on. £50 for a Leatherman.. didn't think it existed haha. You'll have to let me know how you get on with pairing up the two multitools if that's what you decide to do. Smart move, getting two multitools for less than the price of one
@@DazzyOutdoors Thanks for your reply. I hadn't planned to get the 2 together, I bought the Farmer X as I couldn't resist, I like SAKs. It looked like it was going to be unavailable soon, since Heinnie stopped stocking them and the only place left to buy one was the Victorinox website itself. I already had a Hiker, Farmer, and Climber but nothing with both scissors and saw together. But the Bond would work together with other SAKs with scissors and saw i.e. Huntsman or Fieldmaster, both are great knives too. Funnily enough I'd been scouring the internet for a used PST 1 which are almost impossible to get hold of here in the UK, so I was glad when they released the Bond last year.
Great tool! I’ve just purchased it from the link! Looking forward to using it on my next trip! 🔪
That’s very kind of you Tash. Great multitool! I’m sure you’ll get a ton of use out of it
Yes!!! finally someone batoned with a pocket knife the right way!!!! 🦉
Haha thank you!
It would be a good knife if it was made of better steel. I love my victorinox, just every tool breaks after two or three uses. The saw is pretty good though!
Good video mate! And a fellow northerner too! 😎
The Farmer and the Hiker are great too,,
It's such a shame that the quality of the blade steel is so bad,, cut just about anything, and it needs re-sharpening,,,
I've got my eye on those two as well, I want the whole collection haha.
I don't know too much about the steel to be fair, ill take your word. I guess that's the compromise for it being very budget friendly
@@DazzyOutdoors
The Farmer in Alox, is great, the blade and tools are thicker, and more robust,, quality bit of kit,, 👍👍
The discontinued Juice series had many of these tools, with pliers! RIP Juice.
Ah sounds like the complete package for me!
I have the Mountaineer which is the huntsman minus the wood saw but plus a metal file/ metal saw.
Sounds good! They've really covered all angles with how many designs there is
You might consider upgrading to a Hercules model which also includes the pliers. Atvb Malcolm 🏴
There's so many models I can't keep up with them all. Cheers for the heads up on that one
I have had my Huntsman since 1984 and it is still going strong. The main blade has now lost some of its profile through many years of sharpening, otherwise I cannot fault it. I would agree that the wood saw and scissors make this the go-to SAK for camping & hiking within UK EDC requirements. My knife is of an age where it has no pinhole, no hook and no hole in the awl. The owner is of an age where he needs reading glasses so I have added the small grey screwdriver to help with repairs; this fits well inside the corkscrew which on my knife is clearly two pieces of metal twisted together. I solved the pliers issue by buying a True Utility Seven for about £12 on Amazon. This is also UK EDC legal unlike many multi-tools and the quality is sufficient for occasional use in the field. The combined toolset of both is more than enough for unplanned maintenance of most camping equipment etc. Good review and better t-shirt! Cheers.
Wow your huntsman is older than me! That's really cool, I bet it has some character. I expect to keep mine for many years also.. and i'm sure I will as long as I don't lose it. Cheers for the heads up on the pliers ill check them out! Appreciate the comment, all the best!
A Mora and a Huntsman. Great combination for the woods.
Totally! They've both served me well!
Really enjoyed your podcast! Thank you so much!
Great video! Liked and subscribed.
Thank you so much Jeffrey!
Just found your channel and I really like it. I can't place your accent though. Good stuff and job well done sir.
Thank you very much! I'm from the north east of England
@@DazzyOutdoors Right on bro. ✌️
the wire stripper is a much better striker for d
ferro rods
Love this video. Bravo. I am a big Swiss Army Knife fan too.
Thanks David! I'm a big fan too since purchasing this one
Iv started more fires with a swiss saw or leatherman saw than any big knife spine or striker
In the united states, we use bigger, liner lock victorinox knives in 111mm and 130mm
And what about the wire stripper and the small hook ???
There’s another small hook?
Been hunting with one 40yrs, best blade shape for deer an squirrels.
That’s good to know, It can be used in so many different outdoor activities its fantastic